| East Ham Corporation Tramways | |
|---|---|
 Map of the routes of the East Ham Corporation Tramways | |
| Operation | |
| Locale | East Ham |
| Open | 22 June 1901 |
| Close | 1 July 1933 |
| Status | Closed |
| Infrastructure | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
| Propulsion system(s) | Electric |
| Depot(s) | Nelson Street, East Ham |
| Statistics | |
| Route length | 8.34 miles (13.42 km) |
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East Ham started services on 22 June 1901.
The depot and power station were located off Nelson Street, opposite the junction with Poulett Road, at TQ 4273 8349 .
The services were taken over by London Passenger Transport Board on 1 July 1933.
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